Our Services

What We Do !

Inspiring Animal Therapy offers a heartfelt service that brings the healing power of animal companionship to those in various settings including care homes, residential settings, hospitals and educational settings. Our mission is rooted in the belief that interactions with gentle and friendly animals can offer profound emotional, psychological and social benefits.

Therapy Services

Through our programmes participants experience reduced stress levels, enhanced mood, improved interpersonal connections, fostering a sense of joy and well-being. The animals in our care are meticulously selected and trained to interact with individuals of all ages, ensuring a safe comforting and enriching experience. By choosing Inspiring Animal Therapy CIC clients invite an opportunity to significantly enhance the quality of life for their clients, promoting happiness and healing in the most nurturing way.

Outreach visits

As part of our outreach service , we visit a variety of settings including schools, care homes, homes, day centres, hospices, special schools, universities, colleges, respite centres, and children’s homes. We are able to visit most types of settings, so if you would like us to visit yours, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Targeted intervention

As part of our targeted intervention program, we offer Animal-Assisted Therapy in workshops covering a range of topics, including emotional regulation, social skills, bereavement, anger management, anxiety, life skills, and bespoke provisions. These sessions can be delivered in any setting to meet your needs.

Phobia support

Mainly targeted at Dog phobia support, however, can include other animals as well. On booking a bespoke plan is put in place.

Extra Curricular Activities

This includes holiday clubs, Seasonal session e.g. Easter and After School provision.

Corporate Well-being

We provide Animal-Assisted Therapy in corporate settings to improve mental health and wellbeing for your staff members.

Benefits of Animal-Assisted Therapy

Mental Health

Animal-Assisted Therapy enhances mental well-being by encouraging the release of serotonin, prolactin, and oxytocin when interacting with animals. This leads to a state of relaxation and triggers the body’s stress-reducing response, which can significantly alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and sadness.

Physical Health

Beyond mental health benefits, Animal-Assisted Therapy also supports physical well-being. It can accelerate healing and mitigate the effects of various health conditions. For instance, a 2007 study found that therapy dogs improved cardiovascular health in heart patients by lowering blood pressure and reducing stress hormone levels.

Skills Improvement

Animal-Assisted Therapy can enhance other therapeutic practices, as individuals often feel more motivated to engage after interacting with animals. The presence of an animal can foster spontaneous communication, particularly in situations where a child might otherwise be hesitant to express themselves.

Animal Assisted Therapy can be effective in supporting conditions

Anxiety
Dementia
Depression
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ADS)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Schizophrenia
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anger